Industrial Engineer

Overview

TSC is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Engineer to support defense manufacturing efforts in Huntsville, AL location. This role is responsible for driving efficiency, standardization, and process improvements across production systems that support mission-critical defense programs. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to optimizing labor, process, materials, space, flow, and equipment in support of high-reliability manufacturing and complex assembly operations.

• Provide guidance in the planning, analysis, and implementation of cost-effective production methods for defense-related products and systems.
• Lead production capacity analysis package including people, process, materials, flow, space and equipment etc.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and program teams to optimize the utilization of capital equipment, facilities, materials, and labor.
• Apply operations research and mathematical modeling to evaluate system performance and support production planning, resource allocation, and decision-making.
• Design and improve manufacturing processes and information systems to meet performance, compliance, and delivery requirements.
• Participate and contribute to design review and pre-production review (PRR) etc.
• Develop, audit, and maintain labor standards and work measurement systems for both government and contractor personnel.
• Monitor and analyze labor burn rates, resource utilization, and project expenditures at both the program and cost account.
• Lead or participate in the design, installation, and continuous improvement of systems to support assembly, testing, and quality assurance in a low-rate or full-rate production setting.
• Identify programmatic risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with systems engineers and project leads.
• Lead report preparation, such as W , Q  etc for manufacturing systems.
• Champion internal training/certification and curriculum preparation.
• Mentor and coach junior level engineers.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in industrial engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field plus 3 or more years of experience in an industrial engineering role within a defense, aerospace, electronics, or high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition and manufacturing standards, such as MIL-STD and AS9100.
• Experience with manufacturing planning, resource modeling, and process documentation in a classified or export-controlled environment.
• Proficient with advanced plant simulation software, such as Flex Sim etc.
• Proficient with engineering and manufacturing software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works, ERP/MRP systems, CostPoint).
• Experience with MES, such as Factorylogix.
• Proficient with Microsoft suite (PowerPoint, Project, Visio etc) and presentation skills.

• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Knowledge of cost account management (CAM) practices and earned value principles.
• Exposure to both prototype and full-rate production environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Electrical lab management experience (including testing, thermal cycling and vibration test etc).
• Experience with DoE (Design of Experiment) and SPC (statistical process control).

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package; including ESOP contributions, 401k Matching Program, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave and much more.

Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.